KIKAYHEN -- the kikay YHEN

Donaation for the victims of typhoon Sendong

2011-12-26T14:40:00.001+08:00

http://xpsycho.tumblr.com/donation

To anyone who still wants to donate to the victims of Typhoon Sendong, you can click the link I provided and donate via paypal. No minimum amount is required. Any amount would do as long as it comes from the heart. A $1 could already go a long way. My friend Sade, the author of the blog xpsycho, would be the one to buy the goods for you and send it to the nearest help center. I promise, this isn't a scam and you can check her blog for proofs of donation. :)) Please spread and God bless. Enjoy the holidays <3

love,

kikaYHEN :)

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How I spent Christmas

2011-12-26T13:15:00.001+08:00

Hello lovies. How did you spend our Christmas? As for me, I spent it by organizing a children's party. There were 30 plus kids i recruited in our place to join... and they were mostly unfortunate kids. I wrapped their gifts and giveaways patiently and happily. After I hosted the said party, I was instilled peace and happiness in me because seeing their smiles and hearing their laughters made my day. It's the best way to celebrate Christ's birthday since Christmas is for the kids and it's a season of giving.

How about you lovies, how did you spend your Christmas? I wanna hear your thoughts out. :)

love,

kikaYHEN <3

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Merry Christmas

2011-12-24T18:43:00.000+08:00

Eventhough, I haven't blogged for almost a year... I wish all the beauty bloggers in the world a Merry Christmas :)) Will be back to beauty blogging soon.. especially that I'm nearing college graduation.. yihee :))) That's a pinky swear :D

AGAIN, A Happy Christmas everyone and always remember that He's the reason for the season <3

Love,

KIKAYHEN :)

Mag Scan: Cosmo March 2011

2011-03-21T21:20:00.000+08:00

Hello, lovelies! How's the blogging world? I rarely update my blog because of school stuffs again. It's heartbreaking to know that I broke my promise of blogging once a week. :( Anyway, got more time to blog now since it's already summer. :) Yihee. <3

For now, I'm gonna leave all of you a mag scan of the March issue of my favorite magazine Cosmopolitan. Though it may seem late already coz April's coming. Anyhoo, Better late than never! LOL :))

On the cover is the oozing hot Lovi Poe.

One of the articles inside the magazine. It's entitled 'the one that got away'. I scanned it because I could somewhat relate to it. HAHA. :p

For the March issue, they featured swimsuits for their fab fashion section.

I wish I could hoard all of them. They're soooo cute. You can see 5 pages of swimsuits inside the magazine.

The summer staples. :)

Featured summer make up. :) I love pink

Red and Yellow. I love this make up. Must follow this soon. ;)

Green. I love this make up, too. I should do an FOTD of this ;)

So that's it lovelies. Will blog more. Sweeeeear! ;) I hope you'll be enjoying your summer and don't forget the summer staples. ;)

Birthlentine

2011-02-20T18:46:00.000+08:00

Random Pictures during my Birthday. We celebrated it last February 12 though my real birthday is on the 14th (yes, I'm a Valentina. lewl) :D It's actually a double-celebration coz we're also celebrating my nephew's first birthday. His birthday is on the 7th. <3

Goodbye 2010, Hello 2011

2011-01-01T13:20:00.001+08:00

Hello guys! I always do this survey every 31st of December just to assess of how much I changed this year or to have a mere reflection of what happened the whole year. :) You can take it too, if you want ;)

I just have two words to sum up everything I wanna say: THANK YOU and SORRY.

THANK YOU to the people who became a part of my 2010 journey. Hope you will still become a part of my 2011 misadventures. LOL :)

SORRY to the people whom I hurt intentionally and unintentionally. I will NEVER be perfect. I also know how to hate. LOL. BUt but but... let's just accept everyone's uniqueness, shall we? ;)

YOU ALL MADE ME WHO I AM TODAY! Again, Thank you and Sorry! Happy New Year <3 :)

Survey:

Stayed single almost the whole year?

- Yep. But I fell in love on November. I promised I wasn't going to fall in love until graduation BUT THEN ajskajskajakajsl. So was that a FAIL? HAHA. I have no regrets though <3 ;)

She was singing "where is he?" and then he came along.... RACCCCH! HAHAHAH :))

Were involved in something you’ll never forget?

- Certainly. :)

Tripped over a coffee table?

- a couple of times :D

Dyed your hair?

- Yeah! 6 times. from burgundy to reddish brown to brown then to black and then brown and presently, mahogany brown. LOL. sorry for abusing you, hair! :D

Came close to losing your life?

- NO! Thank God! Hallelujah! ;) <3

Saw one of your favorite bands/artists live?

- Yeah! ;)

2010: Friends and Enemies

Did you meet any new friends this year?

- Yep and I'm very thankful. They've been very good to me :) Sade, Lovely, Kristine, Bernard, John, Glenn, Nanan, etc. ( I think almost all of my MC batchmates) THANK YOOOU! P.S. I consider them as "new" friends coz they were mere acquaintances back then ;)

Did you hate anyone?

- Yah. You can't love everyone, same as everyone can't love you ;) But right now, I'm not hating on anyone.. I just want peace and tranquility for a positive 2011 :D

Do you have any regrets when it comes to your friendships?

- None. I love my new set of friends. They've been very genuine to me. ;)

Did you have a cake?

- Yeah. A birthday won't be complete without a cake...and a candle! LOL :D

Did you get any presents?

- Yezzz. A LOT. Sponsored by my parents mostly. HAHA. THANK YOOOU! I've been very blessed this year. :)

2010: All about YOU

Did you change at all this year?

- Changed for the better :)

Did you change your style?

- A little bit. twas more girly this year. HAHA. ;))

Were you in school?

- of caws.. ;)

Did you get good grades?

- I just got an average of almost 1.7 last semester.. lowest average so far :( But then again, I'm still thankful. :)

Did you drive?

- I still don't know how to drive :((

Did you own a car?

- Haaaa! I wish ;)

Did anyone close to you give birth?

- Yeah! Many of my relatives gave birth this year. Yihee <3

Did you go on any vacations?

- Yeeep! A year won't be complete without a vacay! ;)

Would you change anything about yourself now?

- Uhmmm.. probably my tendency to shop things impulsively (must save money! :|) and I'll try to stop procrastinating and being late. HAHA :)) Physically, I wanna be thinner coz I became fat during the last semester of this year. BUT but but.. I have a big love for food and food trippin', so this one would probably be supeeeer hard for me :|

2010: Wrap UP:

Was 2010 a good year?

- 2010 was a roller coaster ride. 'Twas full of ups and downs. So many MAJOR bad things happened this year: I broke my heart on January and I lost my bestfriend on August; but then again, there were MORE good things which happened this year.. like seeing my Dad last April and falling in love again on November. So YEAH, it is. Hopefully, 2011 will be full of positivity <3 2010 was like a roller coaster ride, but thank God I survived! woohoo :) Do you think 2011 will top 2010? - It will! It SHOULD! ..coz I'll be facing it with more optimism ;)

IN THE YEAR 2010 I CONFESS THAT I….

Kissed in the snow?

- ...and I wish there was snow in the Philippines. HAAAA!

Had your heart broken?

- Yep! ;) But I found someone better or yet -- I found the best! ;) I fell in love with a genuine person who's full of pure love :D Someone who brings a smile to my everyday, who never fails to make me laugh, and who's so real that he could tell a fact (hurtful or not) straight to my face.. like saying, "mas shofa pa oks ni onim!" LOL! THANK YOOOOU! :*

Painted a picture?

- Sketch ra. :D

Wrote a poem?

- Yezzz! :D It's a must! ;) Especially if I'm inspired, I become an instant poet! IDK whyyyy. But it's a great thing.:))

Ran a mile?

- NO! Too lazy to run and and and to join those sportsfests or something. I'm not gifted when it comes to sports, so I'm not giving a time for it. HAHA :))

Visited a foreign country?

- Nope! Was going to... this December!.. but then I forgot to claim a passport :| It slipped my mind.. and and and my cousin didn't bother to remind me :| Okayyy, so much for ranting about this one. HAHA :))

Cut in a line of waiting people?

- YES! I have an evil in me. >:))

Told someone you were busy when you weren’t?

- Yezzz! Told someone... sometwo...somethree...somefour.. etc. HAHA. coz they were too annoying! :| I'm saaaareyyy! LOL :))

Lied about how old you were?

- Yezzz! to be able to go inside the Casino. HAHA. I told them I was 20! :D BUT it was a FAIL though coz they would only allow 21 up. ROFL :))

IN 2010, I…

Lied? - YEZZZZ! I even have a major lie. I haven't told my mom that I have a boyfriend already. :| This fact saddens me. I'm not used to lying to her. But then again, I don't want her to get paranoid or something because I promised her that I will commit myself into a relationship after graduation. LOL. Anyway, at the right time, I will tell her. :) Hope she won't get mad or FML. lewl :))

Disappointed someone close?

- Yeaaah. Always.

Hid a secret?

- Duh? Who doesn't? o.O

Pretended to be happy?

- At some point.. :D

Slept under the stars?

- NOPE. *stared at this question for 3 secs, puppy face and told self* ..."I wish I did this!!". :|

Kept your new years resolution?

- NO! :p

Met someone who changed your life?

- YES! and I'll forever be thankful ;)

Changed your outlook on life?

- Well, I had to. But then, 'twas a good change of outlook. It made me more optimistic and grateful. ;)

Sat home all day doing nothing?

- Nope. I always do something (sleep, internet, read a book, make FOTDs, blog, movie marathons, etc.) I can't afford to waste time.. doing nothing bores me. ;)

Lost something expensive?

- I always do. Danghag? Yezzz, it's in my veins. :|

Learned something new about yourself?

- Yezzz! That I'm the one who's REALLY in control of everything going on in my life and my own happiness merely relies on me. 'Coz I always thought that everything that's happening is out of my control. Guess I was wrong. ;) I've also learned to stretch out my patience (to the highest level) and accept everyone's uniqueness. :)

Tried something you normally wouldn’t try and liked it?

- Yezzzz! but but but I still have PAST principles to keep though. Oh God, help me. Help me find another excuse aside from "villa teresita".. ROFL! JK oyy! :D

Made a change in your life?

- A little! I became more optimistic---which is a good thing ;)

Found out who your true friends were?

- Yezzz! They're the ones who would ask what's wrong eventhough I'm flashing a biggie smile to them. The ones who would never dare judge me wrongly. The ones who would help and kept on saying "you can do it.. we believe in you!" and the ones who's always there even though you haven't seen each other for months. Thank you, true friends. You know who you are ;)

Met great people?

- a big YES! ;) Met a lot of great people this year and I'm grateful to God for that. :)

Stayed up 'til sunrise?

- SUNRISE? NO! ALMOST sunrise? ALWAYS! ;p HAHA.

Cried over the silliest thing?

- YES! Well, sometimes.. :| I'm not perfect you know. I cry coz of movies, scenarios or a little crush heartbreak. HAHA :)) But nah, it felt gooood! no regrets, as always ;)

Had friends who were drifting away from you?

- Yezzz! the Boys. My crowd since first year was always "the boys" coz I always preferred being friends with guys coz I have this perception before that girls are "drama queens, backstabbers, full-of-dramas, all nega". LOL. But then, I realized that I HAVE to "grow up" and mingle with girls coz I am a girl. :| I'll miss them but I'll always be thankful for they became a big part of my life and they were there on that process of "growing up" :)

Spent most of your money on food?

- YESSS! DEFINITELY! ALWAYS! GIVEN! FACT! asjksjaksjakajskl :| :)

Gotten sick?

- Yeah! and twas during our first monthsary. too bad, eh? -.- LOL

Liked more than 2 people at the same time?

- Liked? YESSS! Liked more than two people's fan page at the same time. HARHAR :D bitaw oyy, YESSS! ;) <3

HAHAHAHHAHAHAAAAAPPPPY NEW YEARRRR! <3 ;)

xoxo,

Shoes For December

2010-12-28T19:54:00.002+08:00

Hello sissies, will post pictures of the shoes I got for the month of November & December. Aside from make -up, bags and all those girly stuffs, I'm a shoe lover. I shop for shoes whenever I have the money and I consider heels as LOVE.. ;)

1. Brown Gladiator Heels from Watty One (Japan)

front view

look at the front detail. it's pretty, right? ;)

the back part is zipper ;)

it's 5 inches ;) <3

2. Black Crystallized Patent Sandals from Jouj le Monde

front view

i really love things with crystals on them <3

closer view of the diamonds/crystals ;)

it's 5 inches (again! LOL) ;)

3. White & Gold Heels from Five and Co.

front view

i love the gold details. i don't know why, but i love sandals with gold details.

it makes them look more cute ;)

it's 4 inches :)

4. Pink Croc Pump Shoes from Mario d'Boro

front view

croc details ;)

i have a big heart for pump shoes <3

it's just 2 1/2 inches. ;)

I'm such a heels lover, right? It's not that I'm short (coz I stand 5'4-5'5).. I just really find heels cute and girly. Cheers to feminity! ;)

So, how about you, sissy? What's your favorite type of shoe? Heels over flats OR flats over heels? <3 Lemme know ;)

xoxo,

A MERRY CHRISTMAS from Kikayhen :)

2010-12-25T22:05:00.001+08:00

A Merry Christmas to all the beauty bloggers, avid readers/supporters of the beauty blogging world and to my followers. :* I'm wishing you all a happpppy Christmas and I'm hoping you have a good one! God bless us all :)

New Year's just around the corner. Let's now prepare for our New Year's resolution. ;)

xoxo,

NOTD: Bronze-y Nails

2010-11-14T21:19:00.001+08:00

I loved my pink nails last week coz it's so barbie-y... but then, i forgot to take a snapshot of it. :( Anyway, here's my NOTD. I don't know what color is that. It's kinda bronze-y.. :D

xoxo,

Shopcoholic's Birthday Month

2010-10-28T14:03:00.001+08:00

Khymm of shopcoholic.blogspot.com is giving away this 1 pc. 88 Metal eyeshadow palette as a way of thanking her readers and celebrating her and her daughter's birthday month. ;)

This giveaway ends on November 2, 2010.

For more info, just click HERE

I MISS BLOGGING A LOT :)

2010-09-10T17:48:00.001+08:00

How are you bloggers? I missed blogging a lot. Haven't blog for almost 4 months and realizing this fact is heartbreaking. Anyway, so many things happened to me for these past few months and most of them are good things. To name a few: I'm back to joining beauty pageants and I won several of them, I've been tasked to be the Opinion editor of the masscommunication's newspaper Purveyor, I got the position I wanted for our campus' radio station DYAR 87.5 (I'm an Administration staff) and I have a new crush who brightens my day in school (LOL for this one).

Anyway, one main reason why I haven't updated this blog is because I can no longer buy new beauty products and test them and do some FOTDs because I've gotten small monster bumps on my face. I don't know why I suddenly got them but I went to a dermatologist to cure them. It was really my first time to have lots of small bumps on my face (especially on my cheeks since I really love my cheeks :( huhu) and it's kinda traumatic. The dermatologist told me not to use any make up while I'm still on the stage of curing such bumps. My dermatologist BTW is the renowned dermatologist of Cebu, Dr. Verallo. I may have spent lots of money for the cure but it was all worth it. Putting such creams on my face for 3 months is really worth it coz the bumps are now barely visible. I still need to fight the urge of putting make up for a few weeks until my face is back to its normal flawless state. :(

The experience is traumatic but it made me realize that I don't need to test all the beauty products out there to know if they're really effective. I promised my Mom that I'll never use any products aside from the dermatologist's prescription. But I'll be back to putting make up when it's all cured but the caution will always be there. Thus, I'll choose the make ups I'll put on my face. :)

Anyway, I hope this experience will be enlightening to all of you , beauty bloggers. Love your face. Don't abuse it. :) I'll be back to FOTDs soon and I would just like to shout out that I miss the beauty blogging world. :D I miss all of you, sissies.

xoxo,

Our Music Video

2010-05-26T18:47:00.001+08:00

Hello there. It would be the first time that I would post something about my studies and what I do as a Mass communication student.The first three months of 2010 was a very tiring period for me as a student because we've got loads of things to do: precints to visit for news articles, shooting for short film, music video for our annual ABET Awards and news plug videos, studying for minors which seemed like majors (duh? Like my polsci subject wherein I need to memorize the Bill of rights) and endless exams.

I was so busy that I rarely have time for blogging. Actually, I don't know if I'm already ready to experience the same pressure which would even be raised to the 10th power or more now that I'm an incoming Junior and the opening of classes is fast approaching. I need to maintain my grades :(

Anyway, I would like to share one of the many reasons why I stay up late during those last three months of the school year. It is our Music Video for the upcoming 10th ABET Awards. The song is entitled Only reminds me of you which is performed by MYMP.

I hope you'll get the story although it's quiet fast-paced. :) And oh, sorry for those parts wherein the lipsynching doesn't go with music. I edited this again because the final copy which we passed to our professor was unfortunately deleted. The one which we passed was the perfect one and doesn't have any glitches regarding the lipsynching and such. :) Enjoy! :)

xoxo,

Xclusize Cosmetics Review Part 1 (E/S and L/S palette)

2010-05-18T22:19:00.001+08:00

This will be the first part of my xclusize cosmetics review. I decided to do the review in three parts coz if I'm gonna review all the products inside that traincase in one post, it would be a very long post. :) If you wanna view the said traincase, just click HERE

(upper part of the traincase (from UL to BR): Round Pan e/s palette, l/s palette, square pan e/s palette (blues and greens), square pan e/s palette (browns) )

ROUND PAN EYESHADOW

Ingredients: Talc, Mica, Petrolatum, Paraffinum Liquidum, Tocopherol, Polybutene, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Tocopherylacetate, Parfum

Expiry: 12 months after opening

Swatches....

(w/o flash)

(w/ flash)

What I like about it:

- it's a shimmery palette and I like shimmery e/s

- pigmented

- no weird smell

- lasts long (eventhough I have an oily eyelids)

- easy to blend

- no weird smell (thank God! :D)

- you can bring it anywhere coz of its size

- there's a brush applicator included

What I don't like about it:

- the colors (for me, the colors are so lame. but still, you can blend it with other colors to have a more vibrant look.. so I guess, that would still do. hehe)

- the brush applicator (i don't like these kinds of brush applicators)

- its expiry (12 months after opening/using it)

- not available locally

SQUARE PAN EYESHADOW

Ingredients: Talc, Mica, Petrolatum, Paraffinum Liquidum, Tocopherol, Polybutene, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Tocopherylacetate, Parfum

Expiry: 12 months after opening

Square Pan Eyeshadow 1 (Blues and Greens)

Swatches.....

(w/o flash)

(w/ flash)

Square Pan Eyeshadow 2 (Browns)

Swatches.....

(w/o flash)

(w/ flash)

For the two square pan e/s palettes:

What I like about it:

- pigmented

- shimmery

- easy to blend

- i soooo love the colors, esp. the "browns" palette (it's way different when you apply it on your eyelids already.. it looks more vibrant)

- no weird smell

- lasts long

- you can bring it anywhere coz it's a thin compact :)

- there's a brush applicator included

What I don't like:

- the brush applicator (it's no use for me coz I can't blend well when I'm using it)

- it expires after 12 months after you start using it (I need more time to finish these e/s)

-not available locally

LIPSTICK PALETTE

Ingredients: Ricinus Communis Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Candelilla Cera, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Lanolin, Isopropyl Myristate, Cera Alba, Ceresin Paraffin, Glycol Montanate, Synthetic Wax, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Peg-8, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Parfum

Expiry: 12 months after opening

Swatches......

(w/o flash)

(w/ flash)

What I like about it:

- all colors are wearable for everyday use :)

- didn't dry out my lips

- very creamy

- no weird scent

- thin compact (you can bring it anywhere)

- some colors are sheer :)

- brush included

What I don't like about it:

- average staying power

- doesn't contain a lot of product (to think that I love the colors :( tsk)

- brush applicator is so-so

- not available locally

- expiry date (12 months after you start using it)

So yeah, that's it beauties!

xoxo,

Shobe's Giveaway

2010-05-11T17:49:00.000+08:00

Guys, please join Shobe's anniversary giveaway turned mother's day giveaway. Hehe. She'll have two winners. Giveaway will be from May 10 to May 23. Join now.

Just click HERE

Prices are:

1st Loot:

NYC Nail Polishes

Suesh Cotton Quilts(i have 3 of this so im giving one)

Mac glimmerglass blackfire

Maybelline Clear smooth blush

Cyleina Black pearl Soap(my fave body soap)

maybelline Blush Brush
Loreal True Match in golden caramel
F21 orange lipgloss
styli style liner in emerald

2nd Loot:
Unbranded Foundation Brush(good quality-i use the same brush)
Estee Lauder Pouch(i have 2 of this so im giving one)
Cyleina Black pearl Soap(my fave body soap)
bejewelled headband
Maybelline Long lasting gel drama Brown(i have 2 of this so im giving one)

maybelline eyeshadow brush

Maybelline BB Cream

NYC Nail Polishes

Maybelline Color sensational Summer Sunset(i have 2 of this so im giving one)

Gift from Dad

2010-05-09T16:54:00.001+08:00

Hello bloggers! Been busy these past few weeks since my Dad got home from Dubai last April 17. April 17 is also the birthday of Mom and Dad. It makes me think that they're really soul mates. Yiheee :) April 19 was also the arrival of my Uncle Shongho, April 20 is the birthday of my cousin Jessica, April 22 is the birthday of Uncle Shongho and April 24 is our fiesta and also the arrival of my cousins Aiza and Nino. weeee.. I so love my summer coz it seems like everybody's home and fun's everywhere. :)

Anyway, this will just be a quick update. I've got a lot of pasalubongs especially from Dad but most of them are gadgets. I'll just the post the said gadgets on my next post. :) I only got one beauty item from Dad but I'm really happy already. Anyway, when we fetched Dad from the airport I was kinda shocked coz he didn't knew who I was. HAHAHA. He said that I changed a lot and I look so beautiful and so teenage already (awwww, thanks Dad! LOL). BTW, it's been two years since we last saw each other :)

Anyway, here's the beauty item he got me. I didn't tell him to get me some make up and I was surely surprised to see that he was holding this.... :)

the box (really obvious.. :p HAHA)

(the traincase)

(here it is. i love the traincase)

(when opened)

(closer look of everything inside the traincase)

(upper part: eyeshadow palettes and a lipstick palette)

(middle part: 4 brushes, lipliner, browliner, eyeliner, 2 blushes, lipgloss (2 shades), mascara (brown and black), 2 liquid foundation, 4 lipsticks)

(bottom part: toe nail separator, nail file, 6 nail polish)

So yeah, that's it. I'd just review and swatch them when I have time. I still have to post the gadgets thingy coz I promised. Hehe. :D And yes, I'm so happy. Thanks Dad. Thanks for understanding and supporting my "addiction". HAHA. :p

xoxo,

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

2010-05-09T16:23:00.003+08:00

Happy Mother's Day to every Mom in the world. I know I can't even tell yet on how hard and grateful it is to become a Mom since I don't have any children yet but I do appreciate the unconditional love mothers give to their children. Mother's love is really priceless. :) So, I hope every child out there would do good in everything they do and will always make their momma proud. :)

I even know that I was not the perfect daughter for my Mom a few years ago. I've been very bad to her though I excel in everything I do and I make her proud. I know that something really is missing and it's like I always take for granted the love she has always shown me because I know that whatever I do (bad or good), she will always be there for me. I know that was a bad mentality but I'm really thankful that NOW, after that "tipping point" which happened a year ago and which I'm not gonna tell (hehe)... I've been the best daughter for her. I always see to it that I show my Mom how grateful I am that she became one of the instruments of my existence in this world. It's never too late to change and become a better or yet BEST daughter to your mothers. Say to them how much you love them and how you truly appreciate their hardships and unconditional love they've showed you. So, say to your mom.. "I love you and thank you".. or better yet, "Sorry for all the wrong things I've done". I tell you, It's not a dumb idea... :)

Mother's day is not only the day wherein you can tell your mom openly that you love her (since the event calls for it or whatever)... everyday is an opportunity to show your Mom how much you love her. Trust me, it's not only through actions that your mother would know how much she means to you. Sometimes, voicing it out also counts... :)

A mother always understands what a child does not say...

God cannot be everywhere so he made mothers...

To My Mom... Your arms were always open when I needed a hug. Your heart understood when I needed a friend. Your gentle eyes were stern when I needed a lesson. Your strength and love has guided me and gave me wings to fly. I love you mom... ♥ ♥ ♥

Again,

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL THE MOMS! :)

xoxo,

New BG Song: Pyramid (Charice ft. Iyaz)

2010-04-14T23:34:00.001+08:00

It's been a while since I last blogged about a song. I think my last post about a song was November of last year. Anyway, this song is entitled Pyramid by our very own Filipino pride, Charice Pempengco and it also features a great singer with nice songs named Iyaz. =)

I love this song so much because of its beat and lyrics. It's like everytime I listen to it, I feel good and I just find myself smiling for no reason. =) I don't know, maybe I'm also inspired right now? *blushes* Nyahaha. ;)

Anyway, I've decided to change my background music to this. I hope it would also make you feel good and smile whenever you visit my blog. Take care lovelies..

Here's the lyrics....

Shawty's love is like a pyramid (ooh)
We stand together till the very end (eh ooh)
There'll never be another love for sure (ooh)
Iyaz and Charice let we go

Stones, heavy like the love you've shown (shown)
Solid as the ground we've known (known)
And I just wanna carry on
We took it from the bottom up (no no no)
And even in a desert storm (yeah)
Sturdy as a rock we hold (oh)
Wishing every moment froze
Now I just wanna let you know
Earthquakes can't shake us
Cyclones can't break us
Hurricanes can't take away our love

Pyramid, we built this on a solid rock
It feels just like it's heaven's touch
Together at the top (at the top baby), like a pyramid
And even when the wind is blowing
We'll never fall just keep on going
Forever we will stay, like a pyramid

Like a pyramid like a pyramid eh (ooh)
Like a pyramid like a pyramid eh (ooh)
Like a pyramid like a pyramid eh eh (oooh)

Cold (cold), never ever when you're close (close)
We will never let it fold (fold)
A story that was never told
Something like a mystery (yoh!)
And every step we took we've grown
Look how fast the time has flown
A journey to a place unknown
We're going down in history
Earthquakes can't shake us (oh)
Cyclones can't break us (oh)
Hurricanes can't take away our love

Like a pyramid girl let me show you
That I love you so much
That we gonna get through (oh oh)
Even when there's storms
I will never go, Ima be the one to keep you safe (hey)
Before was our love back it up more than enough
Holding on to one another be the cover when it's rough (oh oh)
Mother nature (hey) or disaster won't stop at happy ever after

Pyramid, keep it going (like a pyramid, like a pyramid)
Oh oh ooooh (like a pyramid, like a pyramid)

xoxo,
kikaYHEN

ROADTRIP: Mantayupan Falls

2010-04-13T22:27:00.001+08:00

This will be the very first time that I'll blog about my roadtrips and I hope you'll just bear with me. =)

Two weeks ago, I, together with my Mom and her friends, went to Mantayupan Falls located in Barili, Cebu. We just had a random roadtrip just to unwind ourselves and to finally feel the summer's breeze. A roadtrip/vacation was what I really needed since I've had a tough time at school due to those hectic deadlines of audio-video projects and the pressure the finals brought.

We left our houses at 8AM and the funny part was I woke up at 7:45 since Mom didn't wake me up (uurrrgh!). So, I've got no time to take a bath. LOL. I just hurriedly changed clothes and brushed my hair. Well, I just hope Mom's friends didn't notice that. HAHA. And hey, I splashed some perfume, so I know I was not stinky. =p

Anyway, before heading to Mantayupan Falls itself, we went to Barili Church first to pray. Here are some of the photos there...

After visiting the Church, we headed to Mantayupan Falls directly. Here are the photos....

This is "Goy". The Mantayupan Falls Monkey. Nyahaha =p

The First Falls

Almost there in the second falls

Taking pictures with the view =p

Flowing water from the falls.. Weeee.

Bridge going to the second falls. We went back to the first falls to take some pictures. =)

English-Cebuano.. nyahah =p

Woooah.. Coooool water ;)

The bridge from the first falls =)

2nd Falls =)

FOOOOOOOOOOD! =)

Mom and her friends =)

Mom and her friends. I love this picture =)

My time to shine. Nyahaha

Mom, Me and Tita Melda

Mom's friends kept teasing me to this guy. He's a son of Mom's friend. Deym! HAHA

Mermaids? O_o

Group picture before going home =)

Taking a snapshot before going home =)

The Gate ;)

Goodbye Mantayupan Falls.. =/

That's it bloggers. I hope you enjoyed looking at the pictures. If you have time to go here in Cebu or if you're from Cebu and you want to visit this place, I'm glad I've shared some pictures with the view to you. ;) Happy Summer and YEAH, enjoy your SUMMER! Have FUN FUN FUN!! woohooo. =D

Take care lovelies.. =)

xoxo,

Giveaways this April :)

2010-04-12T01:32:00.001+08:00

Another set of giveaways in the beauty blogging world. :) Join the fun lovelies :)

EMILY LOVE'S GIVEAWAY

Click HERE to join

Some of its prizes are:

L'Oreal Extra Volume Collagen Mascara
with a bonus eye pencil 'Black'
The Body Shop Roseflower Blush 'Fuschia'
Lise Watier Shadow Quad 'Les Prune'
Faces Cream Colour Blush ' 13'
Essie Polish 'Rose Bowl'
Smashbox Photo Finish Primer (travel size)
Lancome Juicy Tubes Smoothie 'Simmer' (travel size)

GIVEAWAY ENDS: at midnight (EST) on April 19th, 2010.

SAWAN'S 259 FOLLOWERS GIVEAWAY

Click HERE to join

GIVEAWAY ENDS: April 30th at 5PM

MARY'S 100+ FOLLOWERS GIVEAWAY

Click HERE to join

SOME of the PRIZES are:

NARS Blush/Gloss Set in "Deep Throat and Striptease"

MAC eyeshadow in "In Living Pink"

Lancome Juicy Tube in "Sweet Sunshine"

+ other misc. goodies

GIVEAWAY ENDS: April 30th

LAUREN'S DRESSING ROOM 100 FOLLOWERS GIGANTIC GIVEAWAY

Click HERE to join

PRIZES are:

1) DKNY messenger bag (gorgeous arm candy)
2) Topshop black bow necklace 3) Just Desserts body custard Strawberry Cheesecake 4) Just Desserts body custard Chocolate Souffle 5) LUSH The comforter bubble bar 6) Two red hair bows 7) Eyelure volume plus False Eyelashes 8) New Look black and old vintage style earrings 9) ELF Total face brush 10) ELF eyeshadow brush 11) ELF minty lipgloss – Los Angeles 12) Barry M Dazzledust – Red 13) Barry M Dazzledust – Neon Green 14) Barry M Nail Paint Holographic 15) LUSH Yummy Yummy Yummy shower cream 16) Body Shop vanilla and nutmeg shimmer lotion tester 17) Sanctuary body scrub 18) Sanctuary cleansing facial wash 19) Sanctuary 24 hour moisture 20) St Moriz tanning mist 21) Sanctuary footcare 22) Batiste dry shampoo –Tropical 23) Sanctuary shower puff 24) A personalized Cupcake card for yours truly

GIVEAWAY ENDS: 17th April

PIXIE'S GIVEAWAY

Click HERE to join

PRIZE is: 'Storm' by Sleek palette

GIVEAWAY ENDS: 7PM GMT Sunday 18th April 2010

APRIL'S GIVEAWAY

Click HERE to join

SOME of the PRIZES are:

*Jeweled hair tie

*Sunflower hair accessory made by yours truly

*Ziba Beauty bangles

*Gorgeous pink chandelier earring

*Large Hello Kitty Necklace

*Rubber charity bracelet

*Victoria's Secret Sexy Little Things drawstring pouch

*Travel Naughty in Black Sigma Brush set includes 7 brushes and case

*8 false lashes from Ebay
*Revlon Double Twist Mascara
*Hot Pink glitter nail arts
*Leopard print blotting paper
*ELF Studio complexion perfection powder

GIVEAWAY ENDS: April 27, 2010

DAILY OPTIMYSTIQUE'S SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY GIVEAWAY

Click HERE to join

PRIZES are:

One (1) Moleskine Plain Pocket Notebook and One (1) Moleskine Watercolour Pocket Notebook.

GIVEAWAY ENDS: Friday, April 30, 11:59 pm Manila Time (GMT+8)

xoxo,

YHEN

New Blog Layout

2010-04-10T17:29:00.001+08:00

Hello there, lovelies! :*

I've changed my blog layout last week and it's just now that I've had time to blog about it. Anyway, it was pretty difficult to choose what layout would best fit on my blog. I was browsing through different layouts under the fashion and makeup section until I decided to just make a personalized layout; a layout wherein I could truly say that it's so me. So yeah, this is my new blog layout and I've made the background and all the HTMLs myself. Phew. It was tiring yet very worth it. =)

How do you find it? Let me know.

xoxo,

LOVE?

2010-04-03T01:26:00.004+08:00

Aren't they cute? Chloe, my golden retriever, is a girl (of course) while piggy's a guy.

Oh gosh, I saw this pic as I was organizing the files on my lappy. My lappy's been so messed up during schooltime since we've got loads of paperworks.

Can't stop smiling everytime I see this pic and it makes me think of how two different creatures could "love" each other. It's like a "heaven and earth love" that we usually see on movies. Yaaay! :p

Anyway, this is just some random quick post. I hope you are all enjoying your holy week. Just remember that Holy week's not just about having a vacation but a good time to reflect and pray.

Take care lovelies!

xoxo,

FOTD: Barbie-look

2010-03-27T15:55:00.002+08:00

Hello bloggers!

Haven't blogged for awhile. It's pretty relaxing to know that summer's finally here. I could finally rest from all the stress I got from school. Weeehoo :D I hope you're having the bestESt summer too. :)

Anyway, I'm such a huge fan of Michelle Phan. I love how she makes her tutorial so easy to follow and remember. Plus, she's pretty too. :) As I watched her tutorial videos, I decided to follow her barbie-look tutorial coz it's so cute.

Anyway, here are the photos:

A closer look...

That's it ladies. I'm sorry if it ain't that barbie enough. LOL.

Godbless and Take care bloggers. :*

xoxo,

Sol's First Giveaway

2010-03-12T20:39:00.002+08:00

It's been a while since I've joined blog giveaways since I've been very busy with school. :) Anyway, summer's almost here... finally, I could rest and update my blog often. weeehooo. ^_^

Fellow beauty bloggers, please join Sol's first giveaway. She already reached 100 followers.. Yeheeey to that :D:D:D

CLICK HERE to join and for COMPLETE INFO :)

The prizes:
3 powder blushes
3 single eyeshadows
1 trio eyeshadow
1 double sided eyeliner and shadow
1 megashine lipgloss
2 round lipgloss
1 round lipstick
1 glitter
1 cream blush in Orange (NARS Exhibit A dupe)
Plus 1 MAC lipstick in Hue
everything will be placed in a bnew Sigma Makeup Pouch in Black!

Giveaway ends on 31st of March, 11:59pm

Styli-style, Ellana, FS and some personal rantings :)

2010-03-04T21:59:00.001+08:00

Hello bloggers!

Been very busy with schoolworks these past few months. We still have to make 3 audio-video productions (news broadcast plug, music video, short story for screenplay writing) which would all be passed on the 2nd week of March, still have to do some rounds on precints for my news report for our journalism subject which is due next week and I still have many exams for my minor subjects. -_- I'm actually starting to lessen my piled-up schoolworks now by starting to memorize all the provisions of the bill of rights for our Political Science subject, studying for my exam this Tuesday for my General Psychology and doing my Topical Journal in English 20.

-_- I'm soooo busy. I don't even care now if I'll still become a part of the Dean's list this semester. All I want is REST and SUMMMMMEEEERR! I'm so pressured.. :(

Anyway, while studying, I decided to update this blog coz it seems like I've been MIA here for awhile. :D So enough about schoolstuffs for awhile, I'll focus on my love first--- MAKE-UP! :)

So yeah, 2 weeks ago, I received my package of Styli-style liners and lippies and Ellana blushes from a GirlTalker.

STYLI-STYLE LINERS:

(From L-R: Styli-Style waterproof 805 Blue, Styli Style Line and Seal 24 Green/Black, Styli Style Brow Liner 24 Brown, Styli Style Flat Eye Pencil in Vienna, Styli Style Flat Lip Pencil in Madison)

Swatches:

LIPSTICKS:

(from L-R: Fanny Serrano Moisturific Gold Lipstick in Luxe Pink, Styli-Style Lipstick in Love, Styli-Style Lipstick in Psychedelic)

CLOSER LOOK ON THE COLORS....

SWATCHES:

BLUSHES:

This is actually my first time to try mineral make-up. I hope it would do good on me. :D

(from L-R: Ellana Blush in Bliss and Ellana Blush in Desire)

SWATCHES:

FOTD:

That's all bloggers... Back to study mode again. Hehe :D

xoxo,

I'm Back! :) (Long Post, Picture Heavy)

2010-02-05T23:30:00.001+08:00

Phew. Been MIA for more than a month. So, what did I miss? hehe. Anyway, I'm back sisters. :) Been really busy with school stuffs and I'm not in the mood to blog for the past few weeks but I'm reading your recent posts anyway. :)

So, where should I start?

Hmmm.. Lemme start with my hauls for this month. Well, they're not really that many. :)

my make-up haul.. :)

(from L-R: EB Eyebrow liner, EB lipliner, Lip brush, Avon Concelear in Fair Neutral, Nichido Liquid Eyeliner, Oseur Liquid Eyeliner, Fashion21 Pretty Lash Long and Curl Mascara, LA Colors Smudgeproof Liquid Eyeliner in Navy Blue, 2 VOV Lipgloss and ELF Candyshop Lipgloss in Melon Mayhem)

Yeah, they're mostly for the eyes and lips, but as you noticed, there's no lipstick. I'm not really fond of putting on lipstick coz I find it uncomfortable. I don't know why, I just feel that way. Maybe I should try to love lipsticks one of these days. hehe :)

Other stuffs....

(Sweetpea Perfume and True Pore-fection Soothing Treatment Compact)

I love these two. The sweetpea perfume is my current perfume and I so love its smell, it's so sweet. The true porefection soothing treatment compact is already my 2nd pan and I consider it as my staple foundation/powder. My skin looked and felt better when I started using it. So yeah, I can't get enough of it. :D

Next, Skin-care haul.. :)

(L-R: Olay Total Effects Cream Cleanser for Blemish Prone/Oily Skin, Olay Total Effects Cream Cleanser for All Skin Types, Purederm Dual Well Being Pack: Deep Cleansing Peeling Gel and Nutritious Vitamin Pack)

I'm always buying my iwhite favorites but I'm not gonna include them in the picture coz you might get so fed up with it. haha. I forgot why I bought two Olay Total Effects Cream Cleansers, maybe I just bought it impulsively. LOL. I still love my Narakashiwa Charcoal Cleanser more, so I just gave these two to mom. :) And oh BTW, I really love this Purederm Dual Being Pack. I'm gonna hoard this product soon from Watsons. LOL. I already considered it as a staple on my weekly cleansing routine. :D Sorry BTW if it is already opened in the picture. HAHA. :p

Next, random stuffs..

I also got this cute wrislet from juicy couture... It's so cute. :) I'm thinking to use it as a make up kit bag but I doubt if my "everyday make-ups" would fit in it.
Ain't it cute? Oh, I'm really a sucker for pink. So leave it that way. :)

Oh, I really love butterflies. I find them so cute. Awwww. :) I use this one to store my rings. I ain't got that lots of rings though. I just really felt like posting it here coz of its cuteness. Hehe :)

Other stuff that I'm fond right now is doing nail arts. HAHA. I don't have those nail art pens but I could do basic nailarts just by having these nail polishes. These nail polishes are way cheap but they do the job. I also decided to buy the cheap ones coz I'm still practicing nail art. :D Now I could relate to those nail art fanatics. Nail art is really addicting. hehe :)

I also bought new contact lenses. I changed my contact lenses from coffee to brown. Tsk3. Contact lenses are really a must for me since I have a -400 eyesight. Gosh. HAHA :D

Anyway, reviews for some makeups and nailart samples will be posted soon. :D

BTW, I also received my free John and Johnsons Limited edition 3 weeks ago. It's so cute. I even thought I won't receive one since they didn't e-mail me for confirmation. Anyway, I'm so glad I got one. :D

Cute little bottles. ;p

I also received a package from California and India. They're my last two prices from Aparna's giveaway. :D

(Malibu Secret Body Treatment)

(Lash Mantra Eyelash Growth Serum)

Aren't they cute? Thanks alot Aparna. I promise to post reviews of these two products here ladies. Just give me time, especially for the Lash Mantra since it would really require time to grow lashes. :D

I'm so glad to be back here in the blogging world. :D I missed you sisters.

I'm also uber excited for my birthday this 14th. Yes, my birthday's on valentines day. I really don't make it a big deal but others do. They go like "really? OMG, nice birthday"... which makes me glad anyway. The good thing about being born on a significant date is that people would eventually remember your birthday. But the sad fact is, you either have lots of gifts (if you have lots of single friends) or you end up having a gift the succeeding week or none at all (because they prioritize they're boyfriends and girlfriends more). HAHAHA. I'm not ranting but it's just reality. LOL. :D:D:D Well, i'm not really after their gifts. :p

My lovelife is also kinda better these days. Done stupid things. But the ex and I are way better now. :D I don't know if it's heading to being back together, all I know is that we're happy right now. :D

Sorry for the long post BTW. I can't promise to blog more often since I'm really busy with school stuffs. Haaay. But I'd try, really try. :D

Take care lovelies!

xoxo,

Quick Update

2009-12-26T20:07:00.010+08:00

Hello ladies, how's the holiday season? :) I hope you're enjoying it. Sorry for not updating my blog always. I was kinda not in the mood to post new entries but I'm reading your recent blog posts though. :D

Anyway, my Christmas was great. We prepared lots of foods eventhough it's just mom and I who'll eat them all since Dad and my elder brother are in Dubai. LOL. And yes, I'm kinda gaining weight. Urrrgh. :( I'm not regretting it though coz I believe we have all the time to be skinny when we're already dead. Morbid much? HAHA.

Okay, so I'll just share some of my vanity pictures during Christmas. Hehe.

And some close-up shots of my eye makeup.. :D I used a green, red and a lil gold e/s to make it more christmas-y :D

Take care lovelies! (:

xoxo,

LOTW: Classy Prints

2009-12-21T15:51:00.002+08:00

Created another look for this week in Looklet.com :D

Classic prints in the shade of green. :D weee, so classsssy. I soooo love that dress. It has a vintage print. :D

xoxo,

Package from HK :)

2009-12-21T14:36:00.010+08:00

Mom woke me up when someone called up and was looking for me. It was from the post office and they told me that I have a package from HK. I was kinda puzzled of what that package could be when in fact I wasn't really expecting for a package to arrive. The guy on the other line told me that he thinks it was a ring coz it's a small box. My mom, being a lil psycho, thought I have a BF from HK and was kinda proposing or something. And so, I laughed---- REALLY hard! Ooooh... sometimes, mothers are kinda overacting with things. HAHA. Hey mom, I'm still turning 18. Duuuh? LOL. :D:D:D

And so, I went to the post office and paid 30 pesos. Urrrgh. Anyway, I hurriedly opened the said package when I arrived home. Here's what I've got. :D

Oh, that's a cute box...

Oooh yes, I instantly remembered that it was one of the prizes of beautyandgroomingtips' giveaway. I won her giveaway and was kinda amused of it. :D I already received the two prices:

the e-book

and this cute earrings.... :D:D:D

I'm still waiting for the two prices to arrive. The price I've been waiting for which are.....

The Lash Mantra Eyelash Growth Serum

Malibu Secret Anti-aging body cream

Thanks again Aparna!

Maybe you're wondering why the goodies didn't arrive at the same time? It's because Aparna had different sponsors for her giveaway. The sponsors are from different countries. Anyway, I'm still willing to wait for the two prizes to arrive.. :D:D:D Weeeehooo..

xoxo,

LOTW: Glam Queen

2009-12-14T18:29:00.005+08:00

This site is so addicting. You should check it out yourself beauty junkies. Click HERE to design your own looks. Hehe. I'm sure you'll be addicted of it too. :D

I entitled this look as "Glam Queen". I only used two colors: red and black coz I'm really fascinated by them. They're classy to look at. And I made it as plain as possible so that it won't look like over dressed. :D

I wish I could wear this look but I can't coz people might laugh at me and hellloooo, Pilipinas po ito.. walang winter chuva. HAHAHA :)

That's it bloggers. Check out that site. :D

xoxo,

Dollface 56 color eyeshadow palette

2009-12-11T14:09:00.019+08:00

Woohooo. It's my first time to have a palette as big as this. I mean, more like an MUA's palette. :D

I was kinda feeling lucky to live in Cebu coz Dollface cosmetics is based here. So no problem with the shipping fee and the shipping itself which will most likely be a risk coz it COULD break the palette. :D

Anyway, here's my 56-palette from Dollface cosmetics. :D

A closer look...

(with flash)

(without flash)

Quick Facts:
Comes with 50 eyeshadows and 6 blushes. Shadows are all satin finish. Contained in a sleek 9 x 6.5 inch case. Blushes are approximately sized at 1.4 inches (3.6 cm) each in diameter and eyeshadow pans are approximately sized at 0.7 (1.8 cm)inches each in diameter.

Ingredients:

Talc, Mica, Mineral Oil, Kaolin, Titanium Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lanolin, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, BHT.

May contain: Mica and titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Ultramarine Blue, Manganese Violet, Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, Chrome Oxide Greens, Chrome Hydroxide Green, FD&C Red No.40 AlLake, FD&C Yellow No.5 Al Lake, FD&C blue No.1 Al Lake.

Now, for the swatches....

1st Row... the blushes...

(with flash)

(without flash)

2nd row... shades of blue and green

(with flash)

(without flash)

3rd row.... shades of purple and pink :D

(with flash)

(without flash)

4th row... shades of orange and brown

(with flash)

(without flash)

5th row.. shades of pink, red and brown

(with flash)

(without flash)

6th row... shades of dark blue, grey and dark brown

(with flash)

(without flash)

And you know what makes me feel even luckier? I got this palette for only 400 pesos from the original price of 900 pesos. It has slight damages though, like the two colors have little cracks; but it isn't really a big deal to me. Ain't that cool? :)

Thanks Ate Pearl. Til next transaction. :D

xoxo,

A gift of kikayness from my cousin

2009-12-10T23:05:00.008+08:00

Weee.. My cousin, Danica, just arrived yesterday from Japan. She will be having a 2-month vacation here in Cebu. :)

And these are the things she got for me.. Weeee.. pasalubong again. :)

A Jeanne Arthes Sultane Fairy Rose Perfume :)

(L-R: Nivea Skin Milk, Charcoal Cleansing Cream, Charcoal Nose Pack, Charcoal Masque and Charcoal Facial Cleansing Foam)

I told her I was raving those Charcoal products from Daiso. Good thing, she told me that she's living near a Daiso store in Japan. Weeee. :D

And my favorite pasalubong... A hot pink chain bag. Weeeeee. I so love it.

I actually used it today. Weeee.

Thanks a lot cous. You really know what I love. I know we can relate to each other because of our kikayness. HAHAH. Mwaaah :*

Goodnight bloggers

xoxo,

December Giveaways

2009-12-07T16:48:00.014+08:00

Hello bloggers, there are many fellow bloggers who are sponsoring some giveaways coz of the Holiday season. If you haven't join one yet, join now. Don't miss the fun :)

Shades of U's MAC Brush Set Giveaway :D CLICK HERE to JOIN.

PRIZES in STORE:

END of GIVEAWAY:
Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at 11:55 p.m. EST.

CLICK HERE to join.

PRIZES in STORE:
1. Too Faced - Glamour To Go 2 Pocket Palette
2. Dior - DiorShow Mascara Black
3. Fresh - Sugar Rosé Tinted Lip Treatment SPF 15
4. Missha - Pure Source Sheet Mask (3 sheets)

GIVEAWAY ENDS:
Contest ends on Christmas Day(December 25, 2009) at 12:00:00AM EST.

CLICK HERE to join.

PRIZES in STORE:
MAC MSF in Sunny By Nature
MAC Eyeshadow in Soft Force
MAC Mineralize Blush in Light Over Dark
MAC Tricolor Lipglass in Crazy Haute

GIVEAWAYS ENDS:
he giveaway will end on DECEMBER 25TH, 2009.

CLICK HERE to join.

PRIZES in STORE:
One reader will receive a MAC Goldmine eyeshadow, E.l.f. Hypershine lipgloss set, and a OPI Merry Midnight nail polish from the new holiday collection.

END of GIVEAWAY:
Contest will end on December 13th 11:59 p.m.

CLICK HERE to join

PRIZES in STORE:
PAC (Professional Artist Cosmetics) Martha Tilaar Powder Eye Shadow
Mustika Ratu Oxygenated Spray with Green Tea
Garnier Light Visible Whitening Face Powder
Dewi Sri Spa Martha Tilaar Javanese Rose Body Scrub
Dewi Sri Spa Martha Tilaar Javanese Rose Body Lotion
Ovale Essential Vitamin Face Rejuvenation
Biore Pore Pack in Sakura and Green Tea
The Body Shop Seaweed Day Cream samples

END of GIVEAWAY:
Giveaway will end on Dec 25th 24.00 AM sharp in Indonesian time

CLICK HERE to join.

PRIZES in STORE:
1. Estee Lauder Resilience Lift Extreme Ultra Firming Mask
2. Estee Lauder Pure Color Long Lasting Lipstick in 161 Pink Parfait
3. L'Occitane Revitalizing Shower Gel
4. L'Occitane Relaxing Body Lotion
5. L'Occitane Shampoo
6. L'Occitane Conditioner
7. Beauty Formulas Deep Cleansing Nose Strip (2 pieces)
8. Purederm Potato Essence Mask with Vitamin E and Collagen
9. Perry Ellis Perry Woman Eau de Parfum vial

END of GIVEAWAY:
Deadline for entries is on December 8, 2009 12:00 AM.

CLICK HERE to join.

PRIZES in STORE:
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant
Dior J'adore Beautifying Body Milk
Dior Addict High Shine Lipstik (travel size)
Clinique Fresh Bloom Allover Colour (travel size)
Clinique Cosmetic Pouch
Clinique Mascara + Lipgloss
Etude House Juicy Pop Tube
SK-II Journal Book
Taiwan Mask Sheets
Hello Kitty Wipes
Mirror
A few Samples
(All items are Brand New!)

END of GIVEAWAY:
This giveaway opens for International readers and ends on December 31st, 2009.

CLICK HERE to join.

PRIZES in STORE:
* Tsumori Chisato 2010 calendar book
* Limited Edition Tsumori Chisato for Shu Uemura mirror with pouch
* Handmade gold leaf stud earrings
* Various sheet masks
* 2 boxes of Revlon Runway Collection artificial nails

END of GIVEAWAY:
Contest ends on Christmas Day at 12AM PST (December 25, 2009).

CLICK HERE

PRIZE in STORE:
an amazing Black and White Boudoir collection Nail-art kit

END of GIVEAWAY:
Due date is Wed Dec 09 12:05:00 -0500 2009.

xoxo,
YHEN

My New Makeup Traincase

2009-12-06T21:50:00.007+08:00

Weeee. Had an early Christmas gift from my mom. She bought me a new makeup traincase. Well, I have a makeup traincase already but I wanted a new one which is bigger coz I'm starting to collect makeups. I just decided to use the other makeup traincase for my MMUs... :)

Here are some pictures of my new traincase...

TOP VIEW

YES, it has that burberry print :)

SIDE VIEW WHEN OPENED

SEMI TOP VIEW WHEN OPENED

WHEN COMPLETELY OPENED

IT'S LEATHER :)

WITH SOME OF MY MAKE-UPS INSIDE. Will still arrange ALL of my make ups soon :)

BTW, Mom also bought me a new HP printer coz my printer broke down and I really need a new printer coz most of our subjects tackle journalism. Phew! Masscom life. :D

Oh, I'm soooo happy. Thanks a lot Mom, you're really the best! Love you :*

xoxo,

LOVE THY NEIGHBORS coz they'll give you make-up

2009-12-04T16:05:00.013+08:00

Weeee.. I was feeling so lucky the other day coz my Mom handed me make-ups while I was lazily lying down in bed. I don't have classes every MWF and that gives me a LOT of time to rest from all the busy things I'm doing in school. I was kinda puzzled where she got all those make-ups when in fact it's still 9am at that time. Well, she could have bought that last night, but my mom isn't really like that coz whenever she buys me something, she will immediately give it to me.

And sooooo... I asked mom with still those lazy puzzled face. She told me that she bought it from her friend and our neighbor, Tita Melda. And she told me I should pay for it. Ohhhhhhh man, is my mom really serious? Tsk. And then mom just laughed with my "more puzzled" reaction and told me the truth that it was given by Tita Melda.

Well, I couldn't believe Tita Melda would give me makeups though I know that she's aware that I love makeups coz she and Mom are closefriends (duh?) hehe. But yeeeah, I'm very thankful. It made my day and made my face glowing rather than having that "puzzled look". HAHAHA

Anyway, here's what I've got from Tita Melda....

(L-R: Hard Candy Midnight Snack Kit, Clinique Colour Palette, Maybelline New York Shinylicious Lipgloss in Berry-bella)

Now, let's open that fridge....

Ooooh, sweeeeetsss! :D:D:D

A closer look...

(with labels)

Now, the swatches.......

Ain't it sweet?? The glosses are really yummy. I wish they're just foooooood. LOL

Next up.....

A Clinique Colour Palette and a Maybelline Shinylicous Lipgloss in Berry-Bella :)

A closer look......

Now, the Swatches......

Thank you so much Tita Melda. I really didn't expect you'll give me makeups. Plus the fact that they're all brand new. Ahwwww, so sweet of you. :D

So that's it bloggers, be sweet to your neighbors coz they'll give you makeups. LOL. Just kidding. :D

I can't help but feel really blessed with all the goodies coming my way. Well, maybe these are my prizes for being such a nice girl this year. Weeehooo.

Take care ladies! :D:D:D

xoxo,

Make Up Session Gifts

2009-12-04T00:08:00.015+08:00

As what I've stated on my previous post, we had an exchanging gift with my fellow make up lovers. And here's what I've got....

phew, that was a triple wrap. HAHAHA)

The goodies.....

(L-R: angled brush, watsons energizing eye mask, so soft hygienic personal wipes, 2 silk secrets aloe vera oil control sheet, nichido mini makeup pallete, 2 watsons powder puffs)

(Nichido Mini Makeup Palette)

Swatches........

I also got freebies from one of the make up lovers. She's selling lots of make ups from the US. weeeeeee. Thanks for the freebies miss lau. :D

Swatches.....

And this is another freebie I've got from another make up lover........

This time it's not make up...

It's..........

COOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOKIESSSSS!!!

Weeeeeee.. I really love cookies. :D:D:D

Thank you so much ladies... I'll be seeing you all again soon for our next make up session. I really had a great time :D

xoxo,

Make Up Session

2009-12-03T23:32:00.010+08:00

Had a make up session with some make-up lovers from a local forum. I really had a great time learning new things from them. We also had photographers with us, who are also from a photogs group from that local forum. We had our pictorials afterwards though it's still kinda awkward to pose for their cameras since we barely know each other. Hehe.

Anyway, I really had a great time and we're planning to have the next make up session this coming January. I hope I'll see them all soon and I'll be able to know more techniques about making up. :D

Love yea ladies. :D

These are some of the photos from our make up session:

(in action.. :D)

Now these are our photos with the photographers:

Here are some of my photos taken by those photographers:

Some pictures..

the striving MUAs. HAHAHA

the photogs in action :D:D:D

BTW, we had an exchanging gift. I'll just post what I've got on my next post. :D:D:D

xoxo,

Weekend Mini Haul

2009-11-30T21:46:00.008+08:00

Had another mini weekend haul yesterday. As always, it's for skin care. Oh, I really love pampering my skin. :D:D:D

(From L-R: iwhite korea whitening pack, iwhite skin whitening vita body lotion, iwhite korea nose pack, iwhite 5-step botanical skincare)

Not an iwhite fanatic? HAHA. Actually, those iwhite lotions were given as freebies by the SA. :D:D:D

(from L-R: white swavaroski hippie band, chainlink hippie band, GIV soap, Celeteque Alcohol-Free Toner, Celeteque Facial Wash)

I'm really a headband addict. I'll show my headband collection soon. I was even called as a "headband girl" in my previous school. LOL. Really love these new hippie bands I bought. :D

These GIV soaps aren't really for me. We were tasked by some of our professors to bring a bath soap for a certain community outreach program. I wanna give them a beauty soap, so that's it. :D BTW, I haven't experienced using GIV soaps and I don't have any plans using them since I'm already happy and satisfied with my Kojiesan Kojic Soap :D

Now, I'm loving Celeteque products, that's why I've purchased to try their toner and facial wash. i hope they would work for me. :D

(A closer look of the two hippie bands)

Aren't they cute? :D

(Body Treats Moisturizing Body Srub in Lavender)

Haven't tried this one yet. I hope it would suit my skin. :D

That's it bloggers. It's just a mini haul, so nothing really great about it. Hope you enjoyed your weekend.

xoxo,

Pasalubong from Uncle

2009-11-30T21:16:00.008+08:00

I'm usually the type of girl who sleeps a lot and wakes up at 11am if there is nothing to do for that day :D But geeez, I was awaken by Mom at 6 AM coz my Uncle Jim just arrived from UAE. And so, I hurriedly woke up and went down to see Uncle Jim.

We talked for a while and then he handed me some pasalubongs. :D

Look at what I've got:

I've already eaten 3 chocolates when this picture was taken. LOL. :D:D:D

Dove Pink Beauty Bar and Dove Intensive Cream

Touch a Chord perfume. I really love its smell. So girrrrrrrly :)

Candice Hand and Body Lotion. I also love its smell :D

Candice Bath Creme Mask/Shower Gel. I also love the smell of this shower gel. And what I like about it is that you only need a small amount and it will already have lots of bubbles.. Weeeeeee :D

I'm so happy to have these Pasalubongs. Thanks again Uncle Jim. Thanks also for the money you've given me. Weeee. Lucky day, it was worth the early wake up call. HAHA. :D

xoxo,

She bangs (New haircut) :D

2009-11-18T19:13:00.014+08:00

Woooah. I'm really raving those korean haircuts. I mean, they're soooo cute :D I wish I have a very long hair so that I could curl the ends but *sigh*, my hair isn't that long since I go to the salon once a month to trim it. :(

Anyway, just wanted to share my favorite korean hairstyles.. :D:D:D

This one's my most favorite hairstyle and my most favorite model. Isn't she supeeeeer pretty? :D

She is really pretty, right? :) I love everything about her hair---the color, bangs, curls. Woooah :D

So, yeaaah. Those are the hairstyles I'm raving about. So I had my haircut last Saturday. But since I really can't follow those curls that I love coz I don't have that super duper long hair yet, I've just focused my attention on the bangs. Weeee.

(Oh, this is me with my new bangs. LOL. and my 5-month old Golden retriver, Chloe. Ain't she such a cutie?)

(Oh, she's a monster. Don't look at her! HAHA)

(Another monster. hehehe)

And I also got my hair colored. But since our school wouldn't allow students to have colored hairs, I chose the color Burgundy from Kolours. It's because it just lightens when there's a direct heat from the sunlight/light. So yeeeey! I still don't understand why our school won't permit students to have colored hairs... I mean, come on, having a colored hair won't make us less of a student and it doesn't make us dumb per se. :/ I think having a colored hair is fine as long as the color is still proper, not rainbow-ish. :D:D:D

(So there you go, a little light)

(More light please. LOL)

So there, that's my new hairstyle. My friends and classmates liked it and they said it made me prettier (ooooohws?) Are they really telling the truth or they just want me to give them one peso? HAHAHA.:D:D:D

Have a great day bloggers!

xoxo,

Vegetarian? Are you sure yhenie dear??

2009-11-18T18:57:00.003+08:00

Had a mini grocery today. And of course, I shopped for my most favorite hobby----eating! HAHA. Oh, yes. I love eating. My guy friends even find me really weird because I do eat a lot, which is really beyond the "normal eating" of girls, yet I don't get fat. :p:p:p I eat like a guy but then I never get fat! Woohooo for that! Oh how I love this gift!!! HAHAHAHA. :D:D:D

But then I realized last week that I SHOULD eat healthy foods starting now, since I don't want to have pimples on my face due to eating oily foods. That's why I decided to become a vegetarian. LOL. My guy friends laughed at me when they heard me saying this. But who cares? I'm trying to eat healthy foods now, why be so mean? :( HAHAHA.

Anyway, I shopped veggies... a lot of veggies. Mom even researched different veggie recipes online for me. Oh, isn't she the greatest mom? She supports me...unlike my guy friends.. hmmmp! HAHAHA :)

And I shopped these...

Wew.. I really love fruits. :) Can't live without them. I consider them as best friends but I eat them (How mean!). LOL.

Have a bunch of care bloggers.
Eat healthy foods too. :)

xoxo,

Giveaways for November

2009-11-18T00:32:00.012+08:00

I decided to just categorized all the giveaways and merge them into just one blog post coz if I'll post them one by one, it may look like all my posts are just for giveaways. How lame is that? HAHA :)

Ok.. so here you go.. Join all of them too if you want. :)

Stunning Multi-Gem Earrings Giveaway. CLICK HERE to join.

You can enter this giveaway for a chance to win JewelrySpice(previously known as OnyxCraft) 5-color stunning earrings worth $36.
Giveaway is open to anyone worldwide and will end on November 30, 2009.

Nancy Lauren's Giveaway. CLICK HERE to join.

Price? 1 Mac Compact with 4 pressed Mac Pigments in Golden Olive, Vanilla, Heritage Rouge and Circa Plum (all labeled and have magnets..
Giveaway is open internationally and ends on November 30. :D

Maria-aston's xmas Giveaway
CLICK HERE to join.

Two people can have the chance to win these prizes.

Package A contents (all brand new and unswatched):
LA Colors Lip Gloss in 775
NYC Creme Shadow / Liner in Onyx
Barry M Nail Paint in Blue Glitter
Rimmel Cool Touch in Cool Off
Jane Crease / Blending Brush
Almay Highligher & Liner Pencil
Multi-rowed brown & gold beads necklace
2x Leishi Loose Eye Shadow in 14 (shimmery baby pink) & 90 (glittery purple)
MsChic Electrics in Electric Purple
2x Rival de Loop Express Nail Color in Sun Kissed & Galaxy Pink
L'Oreal HiP Liquid Foundation in Tan

Package B contents:
ELF Smudge Sponge Brush
Rimmel Cool Touch in Champagne Frost
Barry M Nail Paint in Red Glitter
L'Oreal HiP Cream Shadow Paint in Secretly
MsChic Electrics in Electric Violet
Revlon LipGlide Lipgloss in Peachy Sheen
Plastic retro necklace in Red, Yellow & Orange shade colors
2x Leishi Loose Eye Shadows in 31 (shimmery green) and 73 (shimmery middle brown)
p2 Color Victim Nail Polish in Glory
Aveda Dual Foundation in Teak
Rival de Loop Highlighter Powder

Giveaway is open internationally and ends on November 30, 2009 at 11:59AM GMT

Lush Giveaway. CLICK HERE to join.

One winner could get the chance to win a Lush Package...

Giveaway is open internationally and ends on November 30.

Maisee's giveaway. CLICK HERE to join.

Prices in store? Clarisonic PLUS for the Face and Body!!

This set includes:
One rechargeable Clarisonic PLUS skin care brush
One delicate brush head
One sensitive brush head
One normal brush head
One spot therapy brush head
1-oz Nourishing Care Cleanser
1-oz Refreshing Gel Cleanser
1-oz Gentle Hydro Cleanser
6-oz Gentle Hydro Cleanser
2-oz Refining Skin Polish
6-oz Refining Skin Polish
Universal charging cradle
UL listed charging cradle; 2-year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty
Giveaway is open internationally and ends on November 30.

Sinead's Giveaway. CLICK HERE to join.

Barry M Nail paint in 'cyan blue 294'
Revlon Fantasy lengths self adhesive eyelashes
Rimmel colour palette with 6 eyeshadows, 1 powder blusher & 4 lipglosses

Giveaway will finish at Midnight, Saturday 21st November.

Konadomania's Giveaway. CLICK HERE.

you can get:
- KONAD C SET
- 2 S-HE POLISHES of your colour choice
- 2 ESSENCE POLISHES of your colour choice
- TESTER-SIZE NATURAL BEAUTY PRODUCTS (Suki, Aubrey, John Masters)

giveaway ends on the 20th of November at midnight at local time (Slovenia, GMT +1:00)

Mark Blockbuster's Giveaway. CLICK HERE.

SET INCLUDES:
- Metallic faux snakeskin train case.
- EXCLUSIVE multi-mix color cream in roxette and solara, plus snap to it mini to hold both shades.
- on the edge hook up liquid eyeliner in cleo plus hook up connector.
- scanda-lash hook up mascara in blacklash.
- just pinched instant blush tint in cheeky.
- shimmer glossblossom ripening lip tint.
- insert card featuring complete how-to's and face charts for looks created by Mai Quynh, celebrity makeup artist and mark beauty expert.
*Limited-edition Multi-Mix Color Cream that is only available in this case!

Giveaway is open to everyone and anyone and ends November 27th, 2009!

Painted lady fingers' Giveaway. CLICK HERE

The contest runs through the end of the day November 20th.

Tammi's 200+ Giveaway. CLICK HERE

Giveaway ends on November 19, 2009.

Tammi's Birthday Giveaway. CLICK HERE

Spearmint's Giveaway. CLICK HERE

In this Contest you have a chance to win a $25 Gift Certificate from Shining Stones. Shipping is free so you can use the $25 Gift Certificate towards any piece in the store!

* Contest will be open until Midnight EST on Wednesday, November 25th. Contest is open WORLDWIDE!!!

Jeanicejoi's WELCOME TO THE BLOG WORLD GIVEAWAY!!

2009-11-16T15:18:00.004+08:00

Jeanicejoi would be hosting a giveaway as a way of welcoming herself in the blogging world! So, if you wanna join, CLICK HERE

Prices in store? You would surely love the prices. The prices would depend on how many followers she would accumulate until december 13. :D

So here's a glimpse of the possible prizes you could win..

ALL PRICES WOULD BE FROM MAC!! So, join now.. :D

Totally Randomness Giveaway!

2009-11-16T15:08:00.000+08:00

# of Winners: 5

This giveaway is INTERNATIONAL-FRIENDLY!

Prizes may include some of Maitai's favorite items from:

* E.L.F.
* .maitai jewelry
* skincare items
* secret stuff

...this is a random giveaway after all, so she can't expose what might be in your random prize packages. ;P

Winners will receive pre-packaged, totally random prizes.
Winners will be chosen randomly....of course. :P

SO what you have to do?? CLICK HERE

Giveaway starts NOW
and ends on December 1st, 2009 (Hawaii time)..

Frannywanny's Christmas Treat

2009-11-16T14:56:00.002+08:00

For more details, Click HERE

As a way of saying thank you, Franny would give this ONE (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2010 Planner to a lucky reader!

The mechanics is easy, simply leave her a UNIQUE comment and tell her why you truly deserve to win!

Contest will run from November 4 to November 30, 10PM. She will announce the name of the winner no later than December 5, 2009.

New Package

2009-11-15T18:10:00.006+08:00

I received a package yesterday from LBC and I know it's the package I'm waiting for 3 days already. Rawr. But gladly, it arrived yesterday. :D:D:D

Here's what I've got..

dang-da-rang-daaaang!

two Saizen/Daiso Charcoal Masque. HAHAHAHA.

akala nyo ano noh? :D

I was really happy to receive these two tubes since many people are raving about this one, especially sa GT. :D So boooooo coz there's no Saizen/Daiso here in Cebu. But I'm looking forward on December since my cousin from Japan will have a vacation and she will buy me hauls from the charcoal line... weeeeee.. so excited for it already. I hope Saizen will open a branch here in Cebu so that I will not pay for the shipping fee anymore. :(

Now who is this monster? LOL.

Sorry if the mask isn't applied evenly, I was using a brush and I can't control it since the mask is so goeeey, I think it's better to use just my fingers. :D Well, there's next time for that. :D

This mask kinda lightened my face afterwards (or was it just a feeling?) and it didn't pull all my whiteheads which kinda disappointed me. :( Anyway, I'll research the right way to put it coz I think it's really effective. Maybe there's just something I did wrong or something I didn't do at all. :D

Good day bloggers. Take a bunch of care. :D

xoxo,

Weekend Haul

2009-11-15T17:39:00.010+08:00

Good day bloggers. This is my haul for this weekend. As usual, they're all for skin care.. no new make ups. HAHAHA :)

(L-: Nivea Night Whitening Body Milk, Olay Natural White Night Cream, Nivea Extra Whitening Inner Cell Repair Body Milk)

I use the Nivea Night Whitening Body Milk of course during night time. hehe. It is formulated to strenghten the skin and support skin renewal during night time, for revitalised and beautiful fair skin. While in the morning, I use the Nivea Extra Whitening Inner Cell Repair Body Milk. Lastly, I love this Olay natural white night cream coz it doesn't give me a sticky feeling. :D

(L-R: J. Chemie Pure Petroleum Jelly, L'oreal Paris White Perfect Whitening Toner, L'oreal Paris Dermo Expertise White Perfect Day Cream, Avon Solutions Advanced Eye Protector)

Need I say more? LOL. Really love these stuffs especially the L'oreal Whitening Toner coz it's not like other toners which is kinda hurting for the eyes. It's my staple toner. :D And then, the J. Chemie petroleum jelly is for my lips during night time. I use the L'oreal Paris Dermo Expertise White Perfect Day Cream sometimes only when I feel like using it that's why I only bought the 15ml coz it kinda gives me a sticky feeling which I don't really like. With the advanced eye protector from Avon solutions, I use it everyday and I really can't tell if it has any nice effects on me since I really don't have that much eye problem (except for my eyes having a -300 grade. LOL)

(L-R: iwhite Pore Refining Coffee Sugar Polish, iwhite Whitening Pack, iwhite heating pumpkin enzyme mask, iwhite whitening pack)

Woooah.. my current raves. I'm current loving these products and this skin line iwhite and as what I promised, I'm gonna hoard these soon. I dedicated a certain blog post about these products; so if you wanna read it, just click HERE

(L-R: Disney Eskulin Hand sanitizer, Colgate Plax Freshmint, White Mentos Chewing Gum, Ethyl Alcohol Biogenic)

These stuffs are for my "beauty kit".. if you wanna see my beauty kit, click HERE.

So, am I that "maarte"? HAHA. I'm just 17 and I think there's nothing really wrong with being "maarte" coz it's just personal hygiene. :) LOL.

Have a great day bloggers.

xoxo,

i heart iWhite products :)

2009-11-15T13:02:00.009+08:00

A good day bloggers. I'm just gonna share today on what products I'm loving right now. It's mostly facial products from a one skin line which is---- iWHITE Korea :)

I really love their products indeed coz it makes my face smooth and glow. Here are some of the skin line's products that I'm totally raving and I will definitely hoard the next time I go to Watsons. *wink* :)

Whitening Pack Peel Off

What does it do?

Cream type pack that is applied all over the face to lift deep-seated dirt, impurities and dead skin as it whitens to reveal a clean, clear and glowing complexion.

How to use?

Apply on a clean face avoiding the eye, nose and mouth areas thick enough to lift deep-seated dirt. Wait for 30 minutes until the pack is fully dry. Press to loosen pack then peel off from chin upwards. Splash on cold water to relax the skin.

Essential features:
Relaxes, rejuvenates skin
Minimal pain and no scarring as compared to facial treatment
Clean, clear whiter skin
For all skin types

Active ingredients:
Aloe Vera to relax
Panthenol to moisturize
Vitamin ACE - antioxidants
Mulberry Extract to whiten
Panax Ginseng to give pinkish glow

I'm totally loving this product coz I believed it lightened my face though I really have a white complexion already. I mean, it makes my face have that pinkish glow afterwards :) Peeling the mask hurts a little but it's just a matter of being used to it I think. And for a price of 20 pesos each in Watsons, this is a must steal. :D
I use this one twice a week.

iwhite Nosepack Whiteheads and Blackheads Remover

What does it do?

It is a cream-type pack that removes embedded dirt and draws out whiteheads and blackheads on the nose. It unclogged pores and minimizes pore size.

How to use?

Apply sufficient amount on a clean nose covering the whole area. You can extend to the side of the nose. Let it dry for 15-20 minutes and wait until the pack is fully dry. Press o loosen the pack then peel off from nose tip upwards. Splash on water to relax the face. Use two to three times a week.

Essential features:
Safe and effective, no need to prick whiteheads and blackheads to prevent scarring
Less pain than facial treatment
For all skin types

Active ingredients:
Aloe Vera-relaxes skin after peeling
Mulberry Extract - whitens
Panax Ginseng for that pinkish glow
Vitamin ACE - antioxidants

Special instruction:

Do not over dry pack to effectively lift whiteheads and blackheads.

I've tried this one also and I must agree that it lifts whiteheads and blackheads but just a little. I mean, you really could see some of your gooey whiteheads in the mask after peeling it. Maybe I attested that I can only see little blackheads and whiteheads in the mask after peeling it because I also have miniminal blackheads and whiteheads on my face. LOL. Silly me :D BTW, this is 20 pesos also I think in Watsons. (was that 20 pesos? I really forgot but I'm sure it's 20 pesos below.

I also use this twice a week or if I have some whiteheads or blackheads. I'm also using the Saizen/Daison Charcoal Masque for my whiteheads and blackheads. I'm just alternating the two and I'm using the iwhite if I don't feel like be in total pain during peeling since the Charcoal Masque hurts big time when you'll peel it. :D

Step 2 : Pore Refining Coffee Sugar Polish

Pore Refining Coffee Sugar Polish is a unique formulation of Coffee, Black sugar, Oatmeal and Royal Jelly that gently peels away dead surface skin cells without irritating and drying the skin while allowing vitamins, minerals and moisturizing ingredients to penetrate. Black sugar helps open clogged pores and emulsifies the sebum that contributes to whiteheads and blackheads while Coffea Arabica tightens pores and prevents cellular damage. The result is a glowing and luminous complexion.
Strawberry and Raspberry Fruit Extracts are added to reduce skin blemishes after polishing the skin.

My most favorite of all iwhite products. I'm really digging this stuff coz you could really feel your dead surface skin cells being wiped out off your face. And I'm pretty sure that after you use this, you'll have that pinkish glowing skin. Unlike other facial scrubs, this one doesn't make your face feel or look dry. This is indeed a must haves for you ladies. Ooooh, really love this one. I'll hoard this soon in Watsons. HAHA. This is only 30 pesos each. :) BTW, I like its smell :D

Step 3 : Heating Pumpkin Enzyme Mask

Heating Pumpkin Enzyme Mask is a unique self-heating mask that delivers pumpkin’s nutrient-rich properties into the skin through heating process to improve blood circulation that revives the skin to a healthier glow. It also draws out impurities and exfoliates dead skin cells for a vibrant and glowing complexion. The active ingredient Pumpkin Powder provides nourishing and lubricating benefits to combat fine lines and moisture loss.

Totally loving this one too. What I like about it is the heating effect it gives on my face. It makes me be addicted to it. LOL. My face feels smooth after using this and the smell is really pumpkin-ish which I really love. Gonna hoard this one too. :D
I use this twice a week also and it's only 30 pesos/sachet.

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Sorry if I can't attest if the iwhite 5-step botanical skin care system really works coz I'm not really using all of the 5 of them. I'm just using the step 2 (Pore refining coffee sugar polish) and step 3 (heating oumpkin enzyme mask) and I was never disappointed by them so far. :D I'm gonna buy all the 5-step botanical skin care system soon coz I'm really digging these iwhite products. ANd BTW, the 5-step botanical skin care system is only 150 pesos in Watsons which really is dirt cheap.

Rating: 4.5/5 because I like them to be available in tubes. :D

xoxo,

julujewelry.com's giveaway

2009-11-13T14:21:00.005+08:00

CLICK HERE to join this giveaway :)

Get the chance to win these prices:

Prize Pack A - Your choice of 7 items + bag + jewelry
NYX Thalia Lpstick, NYX Aphrodite Lipstick, NYX Sparkling Dusty Rose Lipstick, Max Factor Ms. Right Lipstick, Maybelline Born With It Lipstick, Revlon Matte Pink Pout, Chanel Chance Perfume Sample, Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Perfume Sample, Estee Lauder Sensuous Perfume Sample, Revlon Hushed Blush, Revlon Pinking of You Blush, ecoTools Bamboo eye shading brush, and B&BW pencil bag.

Prize Pack B - All these e.l.f. goodies + bag + jewelry
Fan Brush, Small Precision Brush, Small Smudge Brush, Small Angled Brush, Eyeshadow C Brush, Warm Bronzer Palette, Golden Bronzer Palette, and B&BW medium bag.

Giveaway ends on November 30.

Should you ask a man out?

2009-11-11T18:05:00.002+08:00

Hey Beautiful,

Should you ask a man out?

There are times when you might feel that it's
worth it. But generally speaking...

You definitely should not ask a man out on
an official "date."

There are many, many other ways to get his
attention (in order to get him to go after YOU).

There are also ways to spend time with him
socially without asking him out.

One way is to include him in your circle of
friends - by inviting him to a party.

This automatically makes his friendship with
you more valuable. You've potentially expanded
his social and maybe his business circle.
Inviting him to a party is a way to see him
socially without any pressure on you or him
as a would-be couple!

That's just one idea of many ways to get a
man's interest and attention.

Have a great day and remember to keep your
flirt on!

This one's from Mimi Tanner. I decided to share this to everyone coz it may be quite helpful especially to those who are confused to ask a man out or not. LOL :D

xoxo,

Opera's just so techy (follow widget story)

2009-11-11T17:55:00.005+08:00

Sorry if I didn't have the Follow button/widget before coz it's present with the browser that I'm using which is Opera. Some bloggers were asking me on where can they find the follow button, and I did answer their query confidently that my follow button is found at the top left of my blog site. And then after, they told me that they can't still find it. Oh, geeez.. what the h*ll is wrong with my blog site? HAHA. And then I figured out to just use other browsers like IE and Mozilla. And to my dismay, there's really no follow button found at the top left of my blogsite. Silly me, silly Opera. HAHAHA. Anyway, you could now follow me for those who wish to follow my blog coz I already added the follow widget. *wink*

Good day bloggers! :)

xoxo,

shakespeareandstilettos's giveaway

2009-11-11T12:52:00.002+08:00

Click HERE to join this giveaway.

Winner will receive:
1.Sleek limited edition 'Graphite' eyeshadow palette
2.Rimmel MAX volume flash mascara in ultra black
3.Barry M nail paint in 'pink flamingo'
4.Barry M nail paint in 'bright purple'
5.Sleek blush in 'flamingo' no 937
6.Eyeko hot! hot! hot! red nail polish

Giveaway is open internationally and will end on December 9, 2009.